2007 Ford Ka vs. 2010 Fiat 500
To start off, 2010 Fiat 500 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat 500 weights approximately 118 kg more than 2007 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Fiat 500 (132 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ka. (107 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Ka | 2010 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Ford | Fiat |
Model | Ka | 500 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 887 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 35 L |